Kathy welcomes AesthetiCare team member and aesthetician, Sammy Williams to the podcast. They talk about the challenges and triumphs of navigating aesthetics post-undergrad such as finding your footing as a young provider in the field, focusing on overcoming doubts and instilling confidence while treating older clients. Sammy shares her experiences in creating meaningful connections with clients and how she has forged a path for herself at AesthetiCare to becoming an outstanding provider in the ...
Mar 27, 2024•36 min•Season 5Ep. 38
Join Kathy as she dives into the journey of spouses and colleagues Dr. Heather Furnas & Dr. Paco Canales , exploring the evolution of their thriving clinic. From transitions in treatments and location to harnessing the power of technology and AI, this conversation is brimming with insights. Follow along as the former reconstructive surgeons delve into the lessons they learned in the process of building their leading clinic, Allegro Medspa . Discover how they've adapted and grown over the yea...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 5Ep. 37
Today, we delve into the nuances of treating Fitzpatrick Types IV-VI, navigating the complexities of treating melanin-rich skin. From a basic understanding of Selective Photothermolysis to treatments that are generally safe for higher Fitz types, Kathy covers what you need to know to get those effective treatments while ensuring your client is safe and comfortable. Additionally, we guide you through essential considerations when purchasing devices, emphasizing the importance of seeking feedback ...
Mar 13, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 36
We're thrilled to have a special guest, Dr. Beth Hagberg , sharing her remarkable journey in aesthetics. Dr. Hagberg, from Skin Rejuvenation Clinic , brings a wealth of experience from her transition from family medicine to running a highly successful clinic. She discusses the evolution of popular treatments, navigating industry changes, and her invaluable insights gained over years in the field—she even shares what got her this far! Join us for insights from a leading figure in the world of aes...
Mar 06, 2024•58 min•Season 5Ep. 35
Injectables are booming in aesthetics, presenting major opportunity for professionals in the industry. In this insightful recorded conversation adapted from the opening session of our Virtual Immersion Seminar in October 2023, AesthetiCare Managing Partner, Matt Taranto, chats with the clinic's leading injector, Noreen Bollinger. We wanted to bring you this information to offer an in-depth exploration of strategies to capitalizing on the growing demand for injectables. Together, Matt and Noreen ...
Feb 28, 2024•47 min•Season 5Ep. 34
In today's episode, Kathy engages with Dan Schacter, the CEO of Cosmetic Physician Partners (CPP) . Dan, with his extensive background in accounting and finance, coupled with a wealth of entrepreneurial experience, shares invaluable insights garnered over the years. The episode explores the influential figures who shaped Dan's journey and delves into the establishment and purpose of CPP. From advantages of scale to partnership incentives, Dan provides a unique perspective on its role versus priv...
Feb 21, 2024•47 min•Season 5Ep. 33
WE’RE BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER! Season 5 of the Making A (Multi) Million Dollar Medspa Podcast launches with a solo chat with your host, Kathy Taranto. In this vulnerable episode, Kathy shares her story and how it has influenced her purpose and the path to where she is today. Through taking inventory of your own goals and purpose, Kathy believes you can more effectively look into 2024 with focus and give the people in your life a more joyful, peaceful version of yourself. Kathy talks about her ...
Feb 14, 2024•32 min•Season 5Ep. 32
Join us for another episode of A Dr. Jay Burns Series on the Making A Multi Million Dollar Medspa Podcast ! On this insightful episode, it's a family affair! We welcome Dr. Molly Austin, an accomplished dermatologist and the daughter of Dr. Jay Burns. Dr. Austin shares her journey into the medical field from her early days in dermatology to her experience in building her own clinic and incorporating aesthetics technology. The two discuss critical pieces of beginning a new practice, navigating ne...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Join us for another episode of A Dr. Jay Burns Series on the Making A Multi Million Dollar Medspa Podcast ! In this episode, Dr. Burns is joined by esteemed guest, Dr. Jason Pozner an accomplished practitioner in plastic surgery and medical aesthetics. The two discuss Dr. Pozner's path to plastics including his experience in a range of surgical areas including general and microsurgery. They converse on the significance of stackable treatments, staying updated with technology, and share their exp...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 30
Welcome back to A Dr. Jay Burns Series on the Making A Multi Million Dollar Medspa Podcast ! On this episode, Dr. Burns hosts an expert in dermatology and aesthetics, Dr. Vic Ross. Raised by a physician and engineer, Dr. Ross shares the journey that led to his career choice. The two delve into influential characters, the integration of laser technology in dermatology, and the use of combination treatments. The discussion also touches on differences in private practice versus larger corporations ...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 29
Welcome to A Dr. Burns Series of the Making A Multi Million Dollar Medspa Podcast! We are confident that you will love this series and the collision of personal and professional. These guests are paving the way for aesthetics professionals to grow in their careers. By sharing their insights, we hope you feel empowered to take the next steps in your practice, adapt your settings, and improve treatment results. In this episode, Dr. Jay Burns joins the podcast to kick off his A Dr. Burns Series . D...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 28
Join us for an amazing season hosted by renowned plastic surgeon, laser specialist, and training extraordinaire Dr. A. Jay Burns of Resurrect Skin MD in Dallas, TX. This season is going to be teeming with industry leaders, so be sure to tune in for this incredible mini season. We know you'll love it!
Oct 11, 2023•2 min•Season 4Ep. 28
In this season finale, Kathy and Nurse Practitioner, Meredith Keller delve into the often-taboo subject of female sexual health, shedding light on how diVa Vaginal Rejuvenation can bring about life-changing results. Join in as they discuss the roadblocks faced in identifying suitable candidates for diVa and exploring potential risks associated with the treatment. Meredith will share tips for incorporating diVa education into consultations and appointments, ensuring patients have a comprehensive ...
Aug 30, 2023•19 min•Season 3Ep. 27
Join us for an enriching episode where we explore the remarkable synergy between retail expertise and aesthetics management. In this conversation, Kathy hosts AesthetiCare Practice Manager, Rick Dunn to uncover the strategies and tactics that go into being a successful aesthetics manager. Rick shares a key to his success—a 30-year background in retail—and how it has contributed to his growth as a manager in medical aesthetics. From adeptly managing staff vacations to the importance of crafting c...
Aug 23, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Step into the latest episode where our management team delves deep into August 2022. This exciting month is packed with a treasure trove of insights, ranging from summer promotions and flash sales to revamped pricing structures. Plus, our team shares a range of tactics to help you make the most of your connections with product reps. Matt and Rick discuss the difficulty of letting go of high revenue generators when they don’t align with the company culture. It's an honest conversation about makin...
Aug 16, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Step into a BBL masterclass with Kathy Taranto in this clinical episode. Discover powerful insights to elevate your BBL treatments and take your business to new heights. From deciphering between BBL, FYBBL, and BBL HERO technologies to ensuring precise Fitzpatrick skin type choices, Kathy equips you with essential tools for success. Learn how to seamlessly integrate advanced BBL treatments, enhancing efficiency and efficacy. Don't miss this treatment-packed chat to unlock the full potential of y...
Aug 09, 2023•19 min•Season 3Ep. 24
In this engaging bi-weekly series, join our clinic's management team as we review the successful—and not so successful—initiatives and processes that fueled our clinic's growth in the previous month. We're here to provide you with real numbers, valuable insights, and actionable ideas that you can implement in your own practice. In this week’s episode, we take a close look at May 2022. From effective retail product management to fruitful partnerships with local businesses for fundraisers, you'll ...
Aug 02, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Join hosts Kathy and Matt Taranto in this illuminating episode of Making a Multi Million Dollar Medspa Podcast as they explore the art of navigating seasonal fluctuations in the aesthetics industry. They’ll discuss the tools they provide their performance-based employees during slow times. From relationship building and effective follow-up communication strategies to capitalizing on events and reviewing your current clients’ charts, they’ll help to provide your team with helpful information for ...
Jul 26, 2023•21 min•Season 3Ep. 22
In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Lina Vargas, a highly accomplished Cardiac and Vascular Surgeon with a passion for excellence. Dr. Vargas shares her expertise and insights on a wide range of topics, including the significance of listening to your gut in the hiring process and the art of building exceptional teams. She also delves into the challenges she faced as a business owner when opening her own private practice, Lumina Vein & Aesthetics Institute in Orlando, Florida...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Marketing can be an intimidating, overwhelming aspect of operating a clinic. The price tag, the ever-changing trends—it’s enough to cause you to avoid it altogether. It doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, Matt and Kathy Taranto discuss the low-cost, high return strategies that have proven to work: B2B partnerships. Strategically building relationships with other businesses can (and should) be beneficial to both parties making it an easy decision to implement into your business. Matt wi...
Jun 28, 2023•30 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Vee Ibrahim. Vee's journey in the aesthetics industry has been marked by remarkable growth and accomplishments, serving as a true inspiration. With a diverse background—from surgical tech in the Army to yoga teacher on the weekends— Vee has gained a wealth of experiences that have shaped her path to become a successful business owner. Throughout the episode, Vee generously shares highlights from her journey and underscores the importance of ...
Jun 14, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Beyond the providers and front desk staff, there is a lot of work behind the scenes within an aesthetics practice—enter clinic managers! From building relationships with the staff to handling client complaints, the job is never done. Exceptional managers, like Tracie Duke of AesthetiCare, make these tasks seem small. Tracie has worked at AesthetiCare for nearly 5 years as the Assistant Manager. Her poise, intention, and thoughtfulness have gained her massive respect from her staff and the execut...
May 31, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 18
In this episode, Kat talks with Brenda Bohnenkamp, Clinic Director of Coachlight Clinic & Spa in Des Moines. Brenda reflects on the journey the growth of her business has taken. From transitioning from being involved in multiple roles to delegating responsibilities, Brenda shares the experiences that have shaped her day-to-day and clinic. She discusses the importance of having experienced office managers and the challenge of letting go of control. They discuss incentives and competitions to ...
May 17, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 17
In March, MINT threw basketball out the window and hosted Aesthetics Madness on our Instagram . Each week, treatments went head-to-head with other treatments across the industry. Our followers voted for their favorite and Moxi was declared our winner! Throughout April, we have been sharing Moxi-focused content. From treatments to training, we have given Moxi its 15 minutes of fame. As April comes to and end, we are letting it go out with a POP— a popup podcast episode that is! In this episode, K...
Apr 26, 2023•12 min•Ep. 16
Going back to school to continue the pursuit of a new career path seems like the ultimate deterrent for some. Yet, so many people find their passion after taking that leap. We’re so lucky that AesthetiCare Nurse Practitioner and MINT Aesthetics Trainer, Meredith Keller, did just that! As today’s guest, she shares her experience of juggling work, kids, marriage, and life while tackling nurse practitioner school. Meredith transitioned to aesthetics after spending the beginning of her career in com...
Mar 01, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 15
The treatment we all know and love, Botox, wasn’t even conceived until almost 1990. Over 30 years later, we live in a world that widely accepts cosmetic treatments such as this, dermal fillers, Sculptra and more. It makes sense that we are seeing a huge boom in the Botox industry. That’s where amazing staff, like Noreen Bollinger, come in. Noreen is an artist when it comes to injections having expertise in neurotoxins, dermal fillers, PDO threads, biostimulators, and PRP. Noreen pushes herself t...
Feb 15, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 14
There’s always more work behind the curtain, and being an aesthetics provider is no different. Each day, our team is putting in tremendous effort to create excellent experiences for our clients. Join us in this episode as we talk with Laura Madsen, licensed Aesthetician with more than 20 years in the industry. Aside from being a provider with AesthetiCare, she also works with MINT Aesthetics training other clinics on laser treatments. Today, Laura will share her favorite treatments, interactions...
Feb 01, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Marketing is an essential aspect of a growing business. From events and emails to online presence and SEO, a marketing team works to maintain a consistent, valuable relationship with customers. At AesthetiCare, our marketing team does all that and more! Marketing Director, Karen Cobb, and External Marketing Coordinator, Laurie Morrissey, are sharing their stories on this week’s episode. Karen, a graphic designer by education, has been working with AesthetiCare for 5 years. While Karen handles th...
Jan 18, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 12
The relationships we share with our clients are what keeps them coming back month after month, year after year. At AesthetiCare, our providers build these connections and care for them to the best of their ability. That’s what makes a great team, and ultimately, a successful medspa. In this episode, we talk with Ardeth Arman, our shining star of sclerotherapy. A former NICU nurse and 10 year member of the AesthetiCare team, Ardeth has forged some of the deepest, most caring relationships with ou...
Jan 04, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 11
SEASON 2 IS JUST ONE WEEK AWAY! This season on Making A (Multi) Million Dollar MedSpa Podcast, we are talking with sister company, AesthetiCare's star staff! These amazing team members are incredible providers and excellent employees. We are so excited to bring their stories to other clinics in hopes of sharing best practices when working with clients. To learn more about MINT Aesthetics or any of the training resources we offer, visit our website . Connect with MINT Aesthetics for treatment tip...
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